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Ding Dong! It’s Time To (Really) Welcome in Your Video Doorbell Pro

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If you have a Video Doorbell Pro , you’ve probably already discovered the ease and awareness it provides at your doorstep. But there’s a good chance you have yet to explore all that it is capable of. And with the approaching holiday season delivering an uptick in packages and visitors, it’s a great time to start! Continue reading to learn about all of the features and functionality of your video doorbell. Get to know the features of your Video Doorbell Pro There are countless ways that the Video Doorbell Pro can prove useful, especially during the upcoming holiday season. With its unique features, this video doorbell goes above and beyond to monitor your front porch and keep your packages, home, and loved ones safe. From night vision to smart notifications, the Video Doorbell Pro’s special features can give you an added sense of security during the holidays. Night Vision Feature Helps You Keep Watch 24/7 It protects you when you’re sleeping, and it protects you when you’re awak...

No Monitoring vs. Pro Monitoring

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Are you considering adding professional monitoring to your home security system? Continue reading to learn the benefits of 24/7 security monitoring for you and your family. When looking for a home security system, many of the options, such as DIY home security systems, only provide half of the comfort. Several security systems promise the safety of an alarm that will draw attention when something is amiss. But who answers the call when an alarm is triggered? If you don’t have professional monitoring with your home security system, that burden could fall on you. What Home Security Without Professional Monitoring Looks Like Without a monitoring team ensuring your safety, you and your alarm stand alone as your only lines of defense. Beyond signaling that something is wrong, these DIY home security systems do not provide any other services that might protect you. An alarm will bring your attention to the situation but, unfortunately, the rest is up to you. Self-monitoring leaves you...

Guardian Protection Announces Addition to Management Team

PITTSBURGH – October 7 — Guardian Protection announced the promotion of Kevin Santelli to Vice President – Commercial and National Accounts Business, reporting to Guardian President Bryan Cipoletti. In his new role, Kevin will have oversight of all commercial and national chain accounts at Guardian and lead the continued growth and profitability of the business division which provides monitoring, access control, intrusion, fire alarm, and video surveillance for large and small customers in manufacturing, healthcare, education, restaurant, retail, and municipal.    Santelli joined Guardian in 2006 as Builder Sales Manager for the Pittsburgh region. In 2014 he was promoted to General Manager, Youngstown and soon after assumed responsibility as Area General Manager for the Pittsburgh and Cleveland regions. Since 2020 Santelli has served as Director – Builder Sales with responsibility for overall profitability of the division. Prior to joining Guardian Santelli worked for OnQ L...

Extinguish the Odds of a House Fire with These Safety Tips

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According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), U.S. fire departments respond to an average of 346,800 home structure fires each year. Not only can these disasters be fatal, but house fires also cause devastation through injury and property damage. However, there are ways to lessen the threat through education and awareness. Continue reading to learn simple tips that can help keep your household safe from the dangers of house fires. 4 Important Fire Safety Tips to Follow Forty years ago, a person had 17 minutes to escape a home fire. Today, you have less than three minutes. The synthetic materials used in modern homes burn much faster than natural materials, which greatly reduces the time you have to escape a house fire safely. Install smoke alarms on every level of your home , inside bedrooms, and outside sleeping areas. Test smoke alarms every month , and change the batteries at least twice a year at daylight saving time. Talk with family members about a fire ...

Smart Home Audio Basics

So what is a home that leverages smart home technology to make it the most entertaining on the block? We have you covered in our smart home blog to help you simply achieve the most enjoyment of your home whether you like to host gatherings or prefer time to yourself.   Let’s say you are hosting a small gathering of friends at your home.  Now imagine everyone is smiling, laughing, singing or simply quietly enjoying the music that is laying the soundtrack for the experience your home is providing.  There is no doubt most people will agree, music and sound provide one of the most important roles when providing a warm and enjoyable entertainment experience in your home. Smart Home technology supports a great guest experience through wireless control and access of key home systems along with your favorite content (for example Pandora playlist, football game, movie).  The three primary smart home systems that are leading factors to creating an entertaining smart home are...

Your Most Frequently Asked Questions Answered

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Need help to understand, fix, or get the most out of your home security system? In this article, we’re answering the top questions asked by Guardian Protection customers. At Guardian, we pride ourselves on being powered by real people who are only a phone call away. But, for days when help is needed and a quick search is more efficient, our vast Support Center is a great customer resource. And to help you even more with rapid problem-solving, we’re bringing answers to common questions front and center, right here. Continue reading to get all of the answers to Guardian’s frequently asked home security questions. How do I get a copy of my Certificate of Monitoring? A certificate of monitoring is proof that your home has professionally monitored security services and is often required by insurance companies in order to give a discount on home insurance. Here’s how to download your Certificate of Monitoring:   1.  Log into your Guardian account .   2. Choose Account Info...

Guardian Protection Hosts Event to Thank Local Police and Firefighters

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In recognition of their dedication to creating safer communities, Guardian Protection recently hosted an appreciation night at PNC Park for Western Pennsylvania area police officers, firefighters, and their guests. Gamegoers watched the Phillies play the Pirates on a weather-perfect Saturday night and afterward, viewed a firework spectacular, with 50 lucky guests being chosen to watch fireworks on the field. Pleasant Hills, Pa. police officer Kristin Mitrisin threw the first pitch of the game, chosen for the honor as the result of a nomination-driven social media contest sponsored by Guardian. Last year, Office Mitrisin was traveling on a Pittsburgh highway when she was flagged down by Joe and Jodi Schleicher. They were in the car with their nine-day old baby who had stopped breathing.  Mitrisin pulled off to the side of the road, performed CPR on the baby, and rushed the family to the hospital. Today, the child is alive and well.  Baby Olivia and her family paid a surprise ...